I was the first or second Point Rider for this week-long wagon train and the experience was incredible. My TB/Arab gelding did a wonderful job of dealing with the semis, big trucks, motorcycles, trains, motorcoaches, and cars being within a lane of traffic from him.
My most favorite experience was one of the mornings when I was out front going up and down the hills to hold off traffic. It seemed to be getting to be a long morning and I was wondering when the morning break was coming up. When I crested the last hill, I could see the American Flag flying at the intersection for our break. What a feeling! My first thought was this must have been what the scouts felt like when they finally saw the American Flag at the next fort. Now, I truly have a better understanding and appreciation for the riders of the Old West.
I am absolutely in love with my gelding, Blue, and he has a home for life. Our photo in front of MN’s State Capitol will always be a great reminder.

If you ever get a chance to do a wagon train, JUMP at it! It is the best thing I have ever done.

~~~~Congratulations, Kyle,
So very happy to hear from you. What a fantastic experience that must have been. I can only imagine how thrilling it must have been ! Give your horse, Blue, a hero’s pat.

I was the Wagon Masrter for this event. The week was a wonderful experience. Folks like Kyle above made my job easier. A special thanks to Greg and Carla Loftis who coordinated traffic control for the week. They did a great job. The best part of the week was finishing with no one injured and all the animals in great shape. Our camp coordinator did a wonderful jobas well. Other highlights included all the assistance the local governments and police departments provided. Of course the event could not have happened without the teamsters, teams and wagons. They deserve a lot of credit for hauling all that equipment around.All in all it was just a great time.

~~~Congratulations Jon !
This was indeed a fantastic event and undertaking. What a tremendous way to celebrate our American heritage! You gave the rest of us a thrill just to imagine being part of it. Everyone is to be commended. And a huge Bravo! to all the animals involved in this event.